Arrested DevOps Complexity With Michael Stahnke
Nov 9, 2023
Michael Stahnke, a DevOps expert currently at Phlox, delves into the complexities of modern technology and operational efficiency. He questions whether our systems truly need to be as complicated as they have become. The discussion highlights the challenges of Kubernetes adoption and emphasizes the need for simple, context-driven solutions in development environments. Stahnke also reflects on tech evolution, advocating for a focus on business needs and the importance of recognizing individual contributions within organizations.
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Complexity Breeds New Problems
- We've invented new problems with complex solutions instead of questioning if these problems needed solving.
- Complexity can hinder operational reliability and availability, making systems harder to keep online.
Early Automation Success Story
- Michael automated system administration to manage thousands of servers with fewer people.
- Specialized admins managed critical systems, reflecting different operational practices then and now.
Loss of Whole-Stack Reasoning
- In early systems, the entire tech stack could be mentally held and reasoned about.
- Modern distributed systems and microservices challenge our ability to hold the whole picture in our heads.